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Before the stench continuum was invented, only the statements of nose witnesses could be used for documenting and fighting olfactory disasters. In severe cases, these witnesses often were not approachable, so that the intensity of evaporation could not be determined afterward with the required accuracy. In 1882, the Royal Society therefore appointed Sir Anthony Stench to develop a standard for measurement of fetidness. The result, named Stench Continuum after its creator, quickly was accepted and used throughout the British Commonwealth. In 1902, after the Bremen Bean Eating Contest disaster, Germany was the first country in mainland Europe to adopt the standard.

In 1912, Sir Anthony Stench was awarded the Nobel Prize for Olfactories for his lifetime achievements. Today, he is widely acclaimed as the founder of the science of flatulence.

The nose-activating powers are classified into 13 intensity values in ascending order. The described effects are easy to identify for experts as well as amateurs, so that a well-defined classification is always possible.

In many countries, Stench-10 class flatulence or higher is subject to registration with the local health authorities.

Stench-7 class or higher can justify a layoff or a cancellation of a rental agreement if repeated or lasting for a longer period of time.

Starting an open fire is prohibited in environments of Stench-8 or higher. In case of injuries or material damage, insurance will be canceled in such cases.

Recommended measures in case of high stench values.

Many public transport companies have included stench protection in their terms and conditions. In case of Stench-6 or higher and a remaining time of more than 2 minutes to the next stop, the offending passenger will be subject to a fine, depending on the stench value, the season, and outside temperature. In repeated cases the passenger can be ordered by a judge to keep a fart log.

This article is a translation of an original article of the German Uncyclopedia. If this sort of humour does not appeal to you, this might be intended, or lack of humour on your side, or (improbably) due to an imperfect translation. Cheers.